Whether you’ve always wanted to learn more about biology or actually take the leap and take online biology courses, ALISON’s free, online biology classes will introduce you to the basics of biology in an online setting. Available courses include Fundamentals of Biology, Fundamentals of Virology, Advanced Biology, Introduction to Immunology; Evolution, Natural Selection and DNA and many more. Take the first step and learn biology online – get started today.
Fundamentals of Biology
Introduction to Biology is a free introductory course on the science of the living world. These lessons teach learners of all ages about organisms, cells, nutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins..
Advanced Biology 1
This comprehensive biology course introduces a broad range of biology subjects including molecular biology, gene, cell biology, organic and inorganic compounds, experimental methods and designs, regu..
Fundamentals of Virology
A virus is a small infectious particle which can only replicate inside the cells of a living organism. Most viruses are harmless to humans, some are infectious and make us ill for a short period of t..
Advanced Biology 2
This free online course in our Biology suite examines natural selection, patterns of evolution and molecular biology. It also explores DNA, protein synthesis and mutations and gene mapping. It is a p..
Biology - Genes and Gene Technology
It is over sixty years since the structure of DNA was first discovered by Watson and Crick. Since then work in genetics and gene technology has expanded to the point where the entire human genome has..
Introduction to Immunology
Immunology is the study of the immune system. This free online course explains how the human immune system fights disease and infection. This course is taught through a series of narrated videos. The..
Introduction to Cellular Physiology
Cell physiology is the branch of science that studies the structure and function of individual cells. Our increasing knowledge and understanding of cellular mechanisms and processes have led to great..
Biology - Cell Division
Cell division and replication are fundamental biological processes that occur in all organisms. This free online course about cell division will explain the complex processes of cell division in deta..
Biology - Evolution, Natural Selection and DNA
Evolution and natural selection are very important concepts that have revolutionised our understanding of biology. Natural selection is a process resulting in the evolution of organisms that are best..
Biology - Heredity
Heredity is the genetic transmission of characteristics from parent to offspring. Many of these characteristics, particularly the dominant ones, have a physical manifestation like hair colour or colo..
Fundamentals of Cellular Respiration
Cellular respiration is a key concept to understand in biology as it involves obtaining energy from the nutrients organisms eat and the removal of waste products. It is a key biological process which..
